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MICHAEL SPRAGUE Obituary


MICHAEL JAMES SPRAGUE (Age 71)  
Of Port Tobacco, MD died September 29, 2012 at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC of lymphoma.Born October 11, 1940, in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late John Lindsey Sprague and the late Matilda Roeper Wood.He is survived by his wife Karen; daughter Kristen Burke and her husband Robert "Bob" and their two sons Casey and Tyler of Chaptico; son Michael J. Sprague, Jr. and his three sons Michael, Mitchell, and Maxwell of St. Leonard; brother John L. "Buddy" Sprague and his wife Carol of Port Tobacco; mother-in-law and father-in-law Arthur and Ruth Comstock of Indian Head; nieces and nephews Lois (Sprague) DiNatale, Christina (Sprague) Adams, John L. Sprague, and Joanie (Sprague) Heinze; brother-in-law Chris Comstock; sister-in-law Lynne Comstock Wheeler, and sister-in-law Ruthie Comstock Knights. He was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law Arthur A. Comstock and John D. Comstock, and nephew Andrew J. Boyd.Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m., October 3 at Williams Funeral Home, Glymont, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held October 4 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Church, Indian Head, Monsignor Oliver McGrady officiating. Burial will take place at St. Charles Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Williams Funeral Home, Glymont.Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, National Capital Area Chapter, at www.lls.org or by mail to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 5845 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22301.

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 2, 2012.

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Anne Bacon

October 21, 2012

Kristen and family, I am so sorry to hear of this loss. My thoughts are with you. Anne Kiley Bacon

Cindy and Lew Voorhees

October 9, 2012

Michael was such a delight -always a smile on his face even when he was in pain-every time he came into Martin Golf and Tennis he asked where the victoria secret clothes were-he was so funny-best ins guy ever-but his life was cut to short-ill miss his beautiful smile-a well respected man by so many God bless the family as they go threw this time

October 3, 2012

GOD BLESS U AND YOUR FAMILY AS U GO THRU THIS DIFFULACE TIME PRAYING FOR U ALL THE GRANTHAM GRIMES FAMILY

Julie Slade

October 3, 2012

Dear Sprague Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in your many wonderful memories.
The Slade Family

Dottie Knott-Abell & Family

October 3, 2012

To the Sprague and Comstock family, Our heart felt sorrow and prayers are with you at this time.

Larry & Nancy Clayton

October 3, 2012

I am truly saddened by Michael's death. Mike was more than just a friend; he was an amazing person. He was always so kind and considerate to us that we always welcomed seeing him at every opportunity.

His passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her. Michael's memory will always remain deep within our hearts.

October 3, 2012

Karen and family, Paul and I are just heartbroken. Our prayers are with all of you. God bless you.
Wanda and Paul Perko

Celeste Combs Church

October 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers for peace in your hearts through this difficult time. Your father will live on in the hearts of many as he touched so many! God Bless you all!

Lyle & Anna Mae Sackie

October 3, 2012

Karen & Family, So sorry to hear about Mike's passing.We will keep him in our payers.

Megan Rooney

October 2, 2012

Dear Kristen and family...my thoughts and prayers are with you all....although my words cannot heal your pain, my heart shares in your sorrow. God Bless!

Bob and Peggy Gignilliat

October 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to Karen and the Family of Michael Spraque. He was a wonderful,friendly Christian in his respect of others. You will be in our prayers as you mourn his loss.

DEANNA Cissy Fairfax Hayden

October 2, 2012

Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family. I'll always remember the smile on your face when you'd enter Capt. Billy's after a golf outing. Thanks for ALL the smiles and support.

October 2, 2012

The day has come~
All be it far too soon, I know,
to surrender unto God
this one that you loved so.

No amount of words,
no matter how be they wise,
can take away the pain
when someone so special dies.

Grief is such a personal thing
we each accept in our own way.
My heart can only guess
what yours feels today.

I am sorry for your sorrow.
But, I do understand your tears.
For, we all suffer parting
if we've lived enough years.

Try to remember, if you can,
that, someday, you will again meet
(they truly are waiting there)
when we join them at Jesus' feet.

I pray, in time, the tears will pass
and a smile takes their place;
as your heart begins to heal,
by God's amazing Grace.

cath and perry Mason

October 2, 2012

We wish to extend my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your loved one our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.

Roxanne Davis

October 2, 2012

My Dear Karen,Kristen, Michael Jr. and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.My love,prayers and deepest sympathy to you.Cousin Roxanne (Rhodes)Davis

Gary and Michelle Pierpont

October 2, 2012

Please know you are all in our prayers.

October 2, 2012

Our love and prayers to the family.We are so sorry to hear of Mike passing. Cousin Claudia,Mike and family

Mona

October 2, 2012

I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your loved one. Drawing close to God, can be very helpful during this most difficult time. Please know that He will hear your prayers and help you to cope.(Psalms 65:2)

Holly Kubick

October 2, 2012

Karen, I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was such a dynamic figure throughout his life. Hold fast all of those good memories. My sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
Holly

Kristen DiLandro Breslin

October 2, 2012

To Kristen, Michael, Mrs. Sprague and family... you are in my thoughts and heart.
Mr. Sprague was an amazing man who always had a smile for everyone.
He will be missed.

Becky Broadwater

October 2, 2012

Kristen, Bob, Michael J and Family - My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

Michael Goode

October 2, 2012

God bless you Mr. Sprague, you will never be forgotton and thanks for all the great times and conversations. My heartfelt prayers to your family.

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